I hate to ask again, but I cannot find the progress photos. Where are they? This used to be so easy and I looked at that thread daily for inspiration. Miss it!

We got bumped to the big game -- the entire 3fatchicks community Mini-Goals photo album sub-forum. There are lots of inspiring stories there, not just people following the Ideal Protein plan. The link to the photo album sub-forum is always in the first post.

And each person who posted photos in the old Progress Photo thread got his or her own photo thread; several of us have links to our individual progress threads in our signatures.

lilblackdress Great job on the NSV! I love getting rid of clothes that are too big!! Congrats!

I had friends over for dinner last night. I made a roast, bok choy, mashed cauliflower, salad and baked zucchini! What a hit! Everyone raved over the meal! I wish Carla was around so I could thank her for her bok choy recipe.

Good luck to everyone who has a Tuesday weigh in!
I'm hoping for a good weigh in on Wednesday! I better be adding another woohoo to my signature!

Now that most people have retired I think it's safe to be shamelessly, outrageously self-gratified. So, hitting the 140s no big deal, after almost five months, but it's big to me. I've been going back all day, just to look at it. Embarrassing, no? But soinfinitly gratifying. Even if it doesn't last [stopped taking one of the pain killers -- the opiate -- and probably should start again], I'm elated. Thanks to you all. Every day.

Now that most people have retired I think it's safe to be shamelessly, outrageously self-gratified. So, hitting the 140s no big deal, after almost five months, but it's big to me. I've been going back all day, just to look at it. Embarrassing, no? But soinfinitly gratifying. Even if it doesn't last [stopped taking one of the pain killers -- the opiate -- and probably should start again], I'm elated. Thanks to you all. Every day.

Good for you Linden! (Please don't think I'm too forward hugging you even though we haven't met formally!)
Enjoy, enjoy,enjoy!

Yes it is a big deal, and it signifies a lot. By the way your longer term signature doesn't yet reflect it.

For our Canadian Thanksgiving - we did mashed cauliflower and used one of the soup protein packets for the gravy... can you say Yumm O and still on protocol.. we also put mushrooms and broccoli together with Mrs Dash spice.. again mmmm...

Thanks Brenley.

Another thing I have decided to do is cut up a bar into petit fours size bits and have it for dessert while everyone else is eating pie. That way I won't be jealous.

Now that most people have retired I think it's safe to be shamelessly, outrageously self-gratified. So, hitting the 140s no big deal, after almost five months, but it's big to me. I've been going back all day, just to look at it. Embarrassing, no? But soinfinitely gratifying. Even if it doesn't last [stopped taking one of the pain killers -- the opiate -- and probably should start again], I'm elated. Thanks to you all. Every day.

And, ladies and gentlemen, sneaking in an unobtrusive post about crossing the sesqui-centi-something milestone ...It's Linden -- for the win!

I'm delighted and thrilled for you! Soon you'll be sneaking peeks throughout the day at a 13_ number!

I attribute some of your success to having a determined chick, and most of it from being one!

The order came in today and I tried my first package of these curls --- they are to die for!!! OMG --- they taste like nacho-flavoured cheesies!!!! I am in heaven. I know they are restricted, but at least it's something snacky!!! So make sure you try them out!!!

Now that most people have retired I think it's safe to be shamelessly, outrageously self-gratified. So, hitting the 140s no big deal, after almost five months, but it's big to me. I've been going back all day, just to look at it. Embarrassing, no? But soinfinitly gratifying. Even if it doesn't last [stopped taking one of the pain killers -- the opiate -- and probably should start again], I'm elated. Thanks to you all. Every day.

All of these cheers are for you!! You are truly a determinded chick. The neat thing about this site is you can brag on yourself and everyone is proud with you. Let's keep going, we're looking good. Judy

Now that most people have retired I think it's safe to be shamelessly, outrageously self-gratified. So, hitting the 140s no big deal, after almost five months, but it's big to me. I've been going back all day, just to look at it. Embarrassing, no? But soinfinitly gratifying. Even if it doesn't last [stopped taking one of the pain killers -- the opiate -- and probably should start again], I'm elated. Thanks to you all. Every day.

Congratulations! You should self-promote! Great success story...you are an inspiration to those of us who are just starting out.

Not sure how my week 4 weigh in will go tomorrow. Been following the program to a T but the scale doesn't seem to be moving much. Last week was a slow one with just 2.2 lbs gone. Haven't had a huge loss yet..but have to remind myself that slow and steady wins the race.

Not sure how my week 4 weigh in will go tomorrow. Been following the program to a T but the scale doesn't seem to be moving much. Last week was a slow one with just 2.2 lbs gone. Haven't had a huge loss yet..but have to remind myself that slow and steady wins the race.

That is a good thing to remember............."slow and steady wins the race". I have to keep reminding myself that I did not gain this weight in a month or even 2 months to expecting it to come off in just a few weeks is a bit unrealistic.

I just started IP last Friday. I am currently down 8lbs. Very excited. I feel like I have more energy and I do not crave the junk like I did before. Looking forward to losing some more excess weight!!!

I've been having a great weekend and beginning of week, but I just went to the grocery store and the white fudge covered Oreos are out... Hold me!

I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE those too! But knowlege is power....I've heard that they put chemicals in Oreo's (and most junk food) to keep us addicted to them, so you can't eat just one. And when I did eat a handful of them, I'd feel sick. I don't get that sick feeling anymore eating this way, and that feels so much better. Hopefully you'll stay strong and make good choices. Keep up the good work!